Conspiracy No. 5
Encyclopedia
Conspiracy No. 5 is the second studio album of the Christian
Rock band
Third Day
. It was released on August 26, 1997 on Reunion Records
.
Third Day worked with producer, Sam Taylor who had worked on many of Kings X's records. Sam really challenged Third Day
to stretch individually on their instruments thus, making Conspiracy No. 5 as their most aggressive album to date. It is a departure from their original rootsy Southern Rock
style to a heavier, edgier Grunge
style. Grunge is generally characterized by a sludgy guitar sound that uses a high level of distortion, fuzz and feedback effects which you can hear in this album.
Many people compare their first album to the music of Hootie & The Blowfish
, this second release is often compared to the early 90's music of Pearl Jam
.
movie. They also found the use of the number five compelling for several reasons: the 5 members of the band, and it was their fifth project including their independent releases.
However, the most spread out story behind the title comes also from Lee, who came across a definition of the word "conspiracy" on the Random House Dictionary of the English Language, 2nd unabridged edition. He said that "the 5th definition read basically that a conspiracy was when two more people worked together for a common cause. We found the definition a compelling parallel to what we did in the band. We also saw our touring as a chance to conspire with our fans for the common beliefs of our faith."
On the list the song "Peace" was formerly called "Peace Like A River", the song "I Deserve" was formerly called "More Than I Deserve", the song "Your Love Endures" was formerly called "Your Love Endures Forever".
Third Day won the 1998 Dove Awards for Rock Song of the Year for their song "Alien" and Rock Album of the Year for Conspiracy No. 5.
influence of the album.
Christian
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Rock band
Band (music)
In music, a musical ensemble or band is a group of musicians that works together to perform music. The following articles concern types of musical bands:* All-female band* Big band* Boy band* Christian band* Church band* Concert band* Cover band...
Third Day
Third Day
Third Day is a Grammy award-winning Christian rock band formed in Marietta, Georgia during the 1990s. The band was founded by lead singer Mac Powell, guitarist Mark Lee and former member Billy Wilkins. The other band members are bassist Tai Anderson and drummer David Carr...
. It was released on August 26, 1997 on Reunion Records
Reunion Records
Reunion Records is a Christian music record label based in Brentwood, Tennessee and operating under the Provident Label Group. The label was founded in 1982 by Dan Harrell and Mike Blanton.-History:...
.
Overview
In the winter of 1997, Third Day went into the studio for its first real recording, Conspiracy No.5. They were anxious to show the world how much they had improved since their first record which was compiled over the band's first few years together.Third Day worked with producer, Sam Taylor who had worked on many of Kings X's records. Sam really challenged Third Day
Third Day
Third Day is a Grammy award-winning Christian rock band formed in Marietta, Georgia during the 1990s. The band was founded by lead singer Mac Powell, guitarist Mark Lee and former member Billy Wilkins. The other band members are bassist Tai Anderson and drummer David Carr...
to stretch individually on their instruments thus, making Conspiracy No. 5 as their most aggressive album to date. It is a departure from their original rootsy Southern Rock
Southern rock
Southern rock is a subgenre of rock music, and genre of Americana. It developed in the Southern United States from rock and roll, country music, and blues, and is focused generally on electric guitar and vocals...
style to a heavier, edgier Grunge
Grunge
Grunge is a subgenre of alternative rock that emerged during the mid-1980s in the American state of Washington, particularly in the Seattle area. Inspired by hardcore punk, heavy metal, and indie rock, grunge is generally characterized by heavily distorted electric guitars, contrasting song...
style. Grunge is generally characterized by a sludgy guitar sound that uses a high level of distortion, fuzz and feedback effects which you can hear in this album.
Many people compare their first album to the music of Hootie & The Blowfish
Hootie & the Blowfish
Hootie & the Blowfish is an American rock band that enjoyed popularity in the second half of the 1990s. They were originally formed in 1986 at the University of South Carolina by Darius Rucker, Dean Felber, Jim Sonefeld, and Mark Bryan. The band has recorded five studio albums to date, and has...
, this second release is often compared to the early 90's music of Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam
Pearl Jam is an American rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder , Jeff Ament , Stone Gossard , and Mike McCready...
.
Album Title
When asked about the album's title, their members come to several definitions about it. Mark Lee said "We named the album Conspiracy No. 5 because we were really into "conspiracy theories" which were swirling around at the time in the wake of the JFKJFK (film)
JFK is a 1991 American film directed by Oliver Stone. It examines the events leading to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy and alleged subsequent cover-up, through the eyes of former New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison .Garrison filed charges against New Orleans businessman Clay...
movie. They also found the use of the number five compelling for several reasons: the 5 members of the band, and it was their fifth project including their independent releases.
However, the most spread out story behind the title comes also from Lee, who came across a definition of the word "conspiracy" on the Random House Dictionary of the English Language, 2nd unabridged edition. He said that "the 5th definition read basically that a conspiracy was when two more people worked together for a common cause. We found the definition a compelling parallel to what we did in the band. We also saw our touring as a chance to conspire with our fans for the common beliefs of our faith."
Outtakes
There were two outtakes on the list of songs included on this album, "Let Me Be The One" and "You Are Not Alone". The song "You Are Not Alone" appears on the "Alien Single.On the list the song "Peace" was formerly called "Peace Like A River", the song "I Deserve" was formerly called "More Than I Deserve", the song "Your Love Endures" was formerly called "Your Love Endures Forever".
Accolades
Conspiracy No. 5 was nominated for a 1998 Grammy Award for Best Rock Gospel Album of the Year.Third Day won the 1998 Dove Awards for Rock Song of the Year for their song "Alien" and Rock Album of the Year for Conspiracy No. 5.
Track Listing
- "Peace" - 3:29
- "You Make Me Mad" - 4:01
- "How's Your Head" - 3:46
- "Alien" - 4:33
- "I Deserve?" - 5:20
- "Have Mercy" - 2:56
- "My Hope Is You" - 4:20
- "More To This" - 4:13
- "This Song Was Meant For You" - 4:21
- "Who I Am" - 3:55
- "Give Me A Reason" - 3:40
- "Gomer's Theme" - 5:05
- "Your Love Endures" - 7:39
Hidden Track
A reprise of the song "Who I Am" appears as a hidden track in the song "Your Love Endures". The hidden track is the heaviest track in the album and shows a lot of the GrungeGrunge
Grunge is a subgenre of alternative rock that emerged during the mid-1980s in the American state of Washington, particularly in the Seattle area. Inspired by hardcore punk, heavy metal, and indie rock, grunge is generally characterized by heavily distorted electric guitars, contrasting song...
influence of the album.
Credits
- Third DayThird DayThird Day is a Grammy award-winning Christian rock band formed in Marietta, Georgia during the 1990s. The band was founded by lead singer Mac Powell, guitarist Mark Lee and former member Billy Wilkins. The other band members are bassist Tai Anderson and drummer David Carr...
- Main Performer- Mac PowellMac PowellJohnny Mac Powell , originally from Clanton, Alabama, is an American singer-songwriter and producer who formed the Christian rock band Third Day with guitarist Mark Lee...
- Acoustic Guitar, Lead Vocals - Mark Lee - Rhythm Guitar, Lap Steel Guitar, Vocals, Mandolin
- Brad Avery - Lead Guitar, Vocals
- Tai Anderson - Bass, Vocals
- David Carr - Drums, Loop, Vocals
- Mac Powell
- Sam Taylor - Organ, Keyboards, Piano (Electric), Guitar (12 String Acoustic), Mixing, Producer, Guitar (Acoustic)
- Jack Joseph PuigJack Joseph PuigJack Joseph Puig is a Grammy Award-winning music engineer and producer with a long track record of successful productions, including the mid-1990s production of Tonic. Puig also worked with Hole, Jellyfish, The Black Crowes, John Mayer, Weezer, Fiona Apple, Green Day, The Counting Crows, No Doubt,...
- Mixing - Dave CollinsDave CollinsDavid S. Collins is a former outfielder in Major League Baseball from to .Collins is one of three players to have made it to the major leagues who played for the storied Rapid City Post 22 American Legion baseball program in Rapid City, SD...
- Mastering - Steve Ames - Engineer
- John Briglevich - Assistant Engineer
- James Majors - Assistant Engineer
- Ray Dillard - Percussion
- Riki MicheleRiki MicheleAdam Again chanteuse Riki Michele is a female Christian alternative music artist. She has also recorded four eclectic solo records....
- Vocals - Diana Lussenden - Art Direction, Design
- James Bland - Photography
- Max Dyer - Cello